2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 232 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | HHR | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |